I understand that the market as of today in this area is HOT and not many deals are found on the MLS, but I want to continue to assess the surrounding areas of properties being listed as well as running the numbers to get a better feel.

We got the house we wanted in the town we wanted, made some very minor upgrades and benefited from good ol' fashion California appreciation.Also if wanting to reduce your risk and exposure on your first BRRRR you could partner with a friend/family member.Lastly there are some more affordable parts of California or for your perhaps AZ that while long distance may be close enough for at least a few drives to the area to meet face to face with folks and get a feel for the market.

What are your experiences in Johnson County? I love Cleburne, but the DOM can be a hassle sometimes. Do you see more people moving to the area? (Cleburne, Burleson, etc)What are your ROI's?What are you favorite areas?...

If you are just crossing a sidewalk , you just dig down on both sides and drive a piece of pipe thru to get under . 

It is surrounded by the wealthiest towns/villages in the county, but has not seen that type of appreciation....it may never.

As a new investor looking to get that first deal, should I be looking on the MLS, Craiglists, driving neighborhoods or locating wholesalers to find a good deal for buy and hold?

Although he had told me to 'get dressed up and drive to the largest property management group in the town where house was located, an hour away from me, and they'll for sure do it.'

As such, you are paid a gross payment with no taxes taken out.You may be required to pay estimated tax payments throughout the year.You may be eligible to deduct part of the cost of your automobile if you drive clients to properties.You may be eligible to deduct a portion or all of your health insurance costs if you pay for it.There is a 20% QBI deduction that you may be entitled to.If you knew all of the above, go ahead with a software.

I wanted to be able to drive to my potential investment, understand (from my own perspective) the good/bad/ugly of the neighborhood.

If you are worried about the area, check crimes stats, read local news articles, check housing values, drive the area on Google, anything that will allay those fears.